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Rescues in Action: Jan. 9, 2016 Meet Val, a...

Who could resist those eyes? They belong to Val, an 8-month-old hound-boxer mix.

Val and his three siblings were rescued by Pet Pal Animal Shelter in St. Petersburg, pet rescuer Vickie Anders said.

The adorable brown and white puppy has a gentle personality. He is likely to grow to weigh about 60 pounds.

Anders said Val would be a good pet for a family with older children.

For more information about Val and his siblings, who are also available for adoption, contact Pet Pal Animal Shelter at 405 22nd St S. in St Petersburg. The rescue shelter can be reached at (727) 328-7738 or on the web at petpalanimalshelter.com. The shelter is open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m Saturday, closed Sunday and Monday, and reopens at 11 a.m. Tuesdays, beginning weekdays.